Image of The Cowshed that is nominated for an RIBA award
A copper-roofed addition and new outbuilding complement the material palette of this historic farmstead in Warwickshire, creating a characterful family home.
Image of The Cowshed that is nominated for an RIBA award
Design Storey is an award-winning architectural and interior design studio known for homes, heritage and lifestyle projects
We design beautiful homes by repurposing old buildings, or creating new ones, to enhance our client’s everyday lives. The studio works on a range of projects throughout Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds from creative transformations of listed buildings to contemporary one-off houses.
Based in historic Oxford, our designs are inspired by experiences working in both London and Vancouver, as well as the picturesque landscape of the Cotswolds. Our approach to design is contextual and holistic, where the disciplines of architecture, interiors & landscape design are brought together under one roof, to create a complete design story.
APPROACH
Every project has its own design story
We enjoy closely collaborating with, and getting to know, our clients learning about their needs and aspirations, but also what makes them tick. Although we don’t have a ‘house style’, we use guiding principles and a rigorous design process to create consistency in our approach:
EXPERTISE
Our expertise ranges from meticulous designs for one-off bespoke homes to the sensitive conversion of listed buildings through to the successful delivery of the interiors of flagship destinations. During our 12 years in practice, we have developed expertise in:
Homes
Lifestyle
Interiors
Masterplanning
Heritage
Project Management
DESIGN PROCESS
Over the years we have been in practice we have honed our design process. Applying our knowledge from other practices and past experiences we have created a process to make the design more accessible for clients. This tailored approach ensures the more time that is spent exploring the client’s requirements.
Our design process process starts with an introductory meeting on site or in our studio where we explore your initial ideas and talk you though our bespoke design process and services.
TEAM
Design storey was founded 12 years ago by Lydia Robinson & Lawrence Grigg who are partners in life and in practice. Starting their careers in London, both went on to work abroad for leading international design led studios before returning to the UK to establish Design Storey. Lydia & Lawrence are supported by a small team of talented architects and interior designers, from a range of backgrounds, based in Beaumont Street, Oxford.
We work with leading consultants, from structural engineers to ecologists, that are all recognised experts in their field. These collaborators are cherry-picked by us, to ensure we can assemble the best design team for our clients.
AWARDS & PUBLICATIONS
Our approach has been recognised by the practice being recipient of several prestigious awards both regional and national.
SELECTED AWARDS
The British Homes Awards: The Cowshed - Winner
Architects Journal Retrofit Awards: The Cowshed - Finalist
The Society for British & International Interior Design: LUXE Fitness, City Centre - Finalist
The Society for British & International Interior Design: The Cotswolds Retreat & Party Barn - Finalist
The International Design & Architecture Awards: The Cotswolds Retreat & Party Barn - Finalist
The Listed and Modern Awards: The Cowshed - Commended Finalist
Royal Institute of British Architects: The Cowshed - Regional Finalist
Constructing Excellence: LUXE Fitness, Bedminster - Winner
Royal Institute of British Architects: The Miner’s Cottages - Winner
Royal Institute of British Architects: The Miner’s Cottages - Special Conservation Award - Winner
SELECTED PUBLICATIONS
Enki Magazine: Vol 62 - The Cowshed
Listed & Modern - The Coach House
Listed & Modern - The Cowshed
The Times - Mabel’s Farmhouse
The Telegraph - Miners Cottages